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Melody Esme

Melody Esme is a music, film, and TV writer, based in Portland, OR. In addition to her writing about art and pop culture, she has also published a novel and released riot grrrl music.

‘Freaks and Geeks’ Episode 2 Recap: Jesus Is Just Alright

Parties highlight our collective nature, but they can also show us our utter insignificance.

August 22, 2025

‘Freaks and Geeks’ Episode 1 Recap: Bad Reputation

The world is unfair, especially in high school, but there's so much joy to be found if you're open to seeing it.

August 15, 2025

Melody on Music: Oops! All Hyperpop

“Do I enjoy sushi? Like what a fucking question is that? Like, everyone likes fucking sushi.”

July 18, 2025

Melody on Music: Conscious

"I accept that life has its ways/But I don't have to forgive to finally be okay."

July 12, 2025

Melody on Music: Breakups, Breakdowns, Breakbeats

Bangers, guitar solos, and a mouth full of worms.

July 1, 2025

Melody on Music: Artpop (Sans Gaga)

If 'Endless Summer Vacation' was Miley's 'The Batman,' 'Something Beautiful is her 'Lighthouse.'

June 18, 2025

Melody on Music: Post-(post-)punk (punk)

An instrumental akin to an industrial "I Feel Love" backs a lyric that encapsulates the euphoria of discovery.

June 10, 2025

With Every Word and Every Breath: Against Me!’s ‘White Crosses’ at 15

'White Crosses' is the rare "I need to transition or I'll be dead soon" album.

June 8, 2025

Melody on Music: Legends

Believe it or not, Willie Nelson is not the oldest artist in this week's roundup.

May 30, 2025

Melody on Music: Bandmates

"Sometimes there's no coming back from your fears realized" is a truth we all have to reckon with eventually.

May 20, 2025